Chapter 5B

||Chapter 5B||

A Moment of Love Soothes

He helped her to lift her thighs to both side of his hips while she held on to his neck.. kissing him with a heated passion like never before.. Slowly he began walking out of his office and walked to the open lift with Khushi in the same position.. kissing each other hungrily.. As he entered into the lift, he pushed Khushi to the mirror glass, her legs around his waist.. and they broke the kiss.. they stared into each other’s eyes while Arnav brought his one hand  towards the door and pushed onto the last floor button... Heaving for each other, Arnav crashed his lips onto hers violently while the lift door got closed and it moved up to the loft of AR Designs... Meanwhile Khushi’s shirt got unbuttoned and slid half down exposing her black lacy bra.. Her fingers ran through Arnav’s hairs and the latter began moving down her neck, lingering feather kisses all over her skin.. Khushi let out a moan as she felt Arnav’s aroused hardness peaking towards the inside of her legs wrapped tightly around his waist.. The ding sound of the elevator had no effect on Khushi as she was completely lost in desire for her man.. The door was opened and was about to close when Arnav suddenly pressed onto the open button...He looked back into Khushi’s eyes and took her lips again into a longing kiss while slowly he stepped out of the lift carrying Khushi.. The elevator closed, he pressed Khushi to the nearest wall.. Their kiss became more passionate and fierce.. A few seconds later, they detached from each other while they both took loud breath.. Nose touching.. Lips few inches away.. His forehead resting against hers... Eyes closed... Arnav whispered..

ASR: I Need You Khushi..

  Slowly Khushi opened her eyelids.. She took a long glimpse towards Arnav.. and then kissed onto his closed eyes.. As she tried to stand back onto her feet, Arnav opened his eyes and let go of Khushi’s thighs... Both looked at each other intensely and Khushi finally moved away from Arnav.. Her back facing him, Khushi let her shirt slid down to the floor.. A few slow steps, he reached her... Khushi felt his breath bathed her shoulders while the back of his one hand caressed her skin.. She closed her eyes and her back bones contracted when Arnav’s fingers expertly unclasped her bra.. His lips flicked her shoulders and he delicately slid down the straps of her bra letting it fall to the floor.. Arnav slid his arms around Khushi’s waist and he guided her to turn towards him.. As they were face to face, Khushi looked into his eyes nervously.. He looked back into her eyes without a blink.. His gaze were full of need and desire to possess her again and again.. Slowly, he lowered his eyes down her shivering lips, her chin, her neck, her cleavage.. and those perfect breasts.. Under his gaze, Khushi felt nervous as if she was naked for the first time in front of him.. But for her.. every time felt like her first time as long as she is in his arms.. feeling safe and warm.. Suddenly, in a move, Arnav swept Khushi off her feet and carried her in his strong arms to the only room of the loft..

Once he reached inside the room, Arnav delicately laid her onto the bed.. Their eyes locked, he stood by the bed while he unbuttoned his shirt.. Her upper body naked, Arnav’s gaze travelled to her erected breasts which were heaving with each breath she intook.. As Arnav unbuckled his belt, Khushi closed her fists into the bed sheet... In a matter of seconds, Arnav threw away his jeans and he was left standing into his boxers.. Khushi turned her gaze towards the floor where she saw their clothes scattered all over the place from the living room to the bedroom.. She closed her eyelids when she felt the fingers of Arnav caressing her arms.. and then he began playing with her fingers.. holding her hands, Arnav laid down by Khushi’s side.. He rested on his left elbows and stared at her beautiful face for a few seconds before he brought his hand to Khushi’s face.. He caressed her cheeks with the back of his hand and touched her lips with his thumb.. He let his fingers go further down her neck and then grazed her already aroused nipples.. He purposely took his time playing with her bosoms in between his fingers as he contemplated her every expressions while her eyes stayed close.. Unconsciously, Khushi let a moan and she slightly arched her lower part.. Arnav smirked and changed his body posture.. He was now covering Khushi’s body.. His manhood completely formed into his boxers while he had Khushi in between his legs... He leaned down and captured Khushi’s lips.. His hands moved up her arms to her hands and he clenched his fists into hers while he kissed her fiercely.. Slowly he descended down her cleavage covering her skin of tender kisses all the way down her belly.. He let his hands explored her body from up to down till his fingers reached the button of Khushi’s jeans.. He unbuttoned it and pulled down the zip gently.. Finally Arnav pulled down Khushi’s jeans as well as her lacy strings together.. Khushi moved up her lower part as Arnav took off her clothes leaving her completely naked.. He then laid back onto her body... He took her lips vigorously while her legs enveloped Arnav’s lower part... She ran her fingers into his hairs.. and her knees went weak as she constantly moved her lower body up but in vain of relief.. Finally Khushi forcefully rolled over Arnav and at last she got the control as she sat on his erected crotch.. Pressing her intimacy against him, she ran her fingers up his chest while Arnav smirked.. Khushi leaned towards him and kissed sensually his jaw line.. She slid further down till her fingers reached the elastic of his boxers.. She lifted her eyelids to his face and spared him a teasing look before she pulled off his boxers in a quick move.. She sat back on her knees while his erection was in between her legs.. Touching, teasing.. He was eager to enter her wetness.. Khushi turned her gaze towards the floor... She leaned and grabbed Arnav’s jeans.. Taking out the condom from the back pocket, she threw away the jeans and looked back into Arnav’s eyes teasingly.. But suddenly.. Arnav held Khushi’s hands while fixing into her eyes.. His gaze was intense and serious.. and he said firmly..

ASR: I want to feel you Khushi.. completely.. no fear.. no distance.. I want to be in you.. Just you and me.. I need you...  You trust me?

The teasing look on her face disappeared while her heart beat faster.. She brought her hands to his face and caressed his cheeks.. Slowly she leaned down and took his lips.. sucking his lips, she finally pushed her tongue into his mouth.. The condom fell from her hand and she brought that hand to his hard member.. While Arnav began to arch his lower body, Khushi guided his crotch to her feminity.. They both thrust into each other slowly and with each stroke, the desire, the passion and the need for each other became vibrant and overwhelming.. Arnav’s arms went around Khushi and he rolled over her.. Khushi’s eyes were closed and he stared at her expressions, full of ecstasy... Sliding in and out of her, he felt the waves of pleasure which he never felt with anyone else.. He felt the warmth which he was always hungry for.. Khushi’s moans echoed into his ears and he let his forehead pressed against hers while he kept on thrusting hard into her.. While her man was driving her to the peak of ecstasies, tears rolled down her cheeks as she whispered breathlessly...

Khushi: I love you Arnav..

Instantly, Arnav sucked in her tears and kissed her lips tenderly while he pushed deep inside her.. A few more strokes and he was there as well.. he spilled out violently into her while Khushi cried out his name.. Finally, Arnav crashed into the bed and Khushi let her head laid onto his chest while he passed his arms around her waist.. Khushi lifted her eyes to Arnav’s face but the latter had his eyes closed, completely exhausted.. A smile curved on her lips as she admired him.. She might have said it again.. no matter he responded or not.. But all she knew, is that she cannot live without him and he cannot live without her as well.. He cannot say it.. But he cannot deny it..  and she kissed his chest tenderly before closing her eyelids.. Arnav finally opened his eyes, he adjusted his body so as to have Khushi comfortable into his arms and then pulled the blankets onto them.. He kissed her forehead and then he fell into a deep peaceful slumber...

FLASHBACK ENDS

Standing against the glass window panes,  Arnav’s eyes suddenly shot open when Khushi walked into the conference room like a storm.. He turned towards Khushi and oblivious to Arnav’s bloodshot gaze on her, she spoke out to herself irritatingly..

Khushi: Yeh lavanya bhi na.. mobile leh li phir bhoolgayi.. (This lavanya, she took my mobile and then forget it..) god, now where she kept it...

And finally her eyes fell on her mobile..

Khushi: Here it is!

She rushed to the table and grabbed her mobile..  She then looked at Arnav and approached him.. Before she could understand Arnav’s state of mind, Khushi said cheerfully...

Khushi: I’ll be back soon.. I love you..

She cupped his face and placed a tender kiss on his cheeks.. Smilingly, she turned to walk away when all of a sudden, Arnav gripped her one arm brusquely and pulled her to him.. She crashed into his chest violently while he blocked her arms at her back causing her to cry out in pain.. Arnav stared into her eyes.. His gaze was like furry while Khushi looked at him numb with shock.. 

Chapter 5A

||Chapter 5A||

A Moment of Love Soothes

She stepped back and walked away as she knew that her brother needed some time to deal with the reality.. But one thing she was sure about was that... her brother was not a coward like her father! Meanwhile Arnav closed his eyes as he went back to two months before... that night where he wanted Khushi.. and cared no less about the consequences.. He just wanted to feel her.. to be with her... That night when Khushi ignored not being protected for the only reason that her Arnav was going through a lot... And she couldn’t bear seeing the unbeatable Raizada being defeated by the ghost of his past...

FLASHBACK

It was almost midnight when Khushi suddenly heard a noise of an open door in the east side of the office.. Alone in the designer’s department, she felt a sudden fear and she called out the night guard anxiously...

Khushi: Sam.. is that you?

She gulped a breath on not hearing any response... Dropping her pencil on the drawing desk, she closed her sketch pad.. and then began to walk barefoot towards the door silently..The whole office was in complete darkness and her fear kept on increasing as she said to herself..

Khushi: Where the hell is Sam? I told him to keep some lights on..

All of a sudden, her steps stopped when she saw a ray of light from the upper office which was also the cabin of Arnav.. Shock, her eyes popped out as she thought..

Khushi thinks: At such hour.. who will be in Arnav’s office?

She looked from right to left hoping to see one of the security guards but in vain.. As she saw a flower vase on a desk, she grabbed it for safety and began to move forward towards the stair case.. She put on a brave face while repeating some prayers as she walked up the stairs.. Finally she pushed open the cabin’s door and saw a man in a grey vest.. his back facing Khushi while he arched his body, laying his hands on the table.. Khushi took a breath of relief while all her fear disappeared on finding Arnav in the office... She was stepping forward when she halted in shock.. all the office paper work, arnav’s laptop, his mobile, everything which was on the table crashed onto the floor violently.. Khushi froze when Arnav yelled out in furry oblivious of Khushi’s presence.. Her eyes moved to the floor and there she saw a newspaper.. and it’s headlines.. the reason of Arnav’s anger... Khushi sat on her knees and placed the vase on the floor before picking the newspaper.. Her eyes welled up as she read...

“Dark Secrets Revealed

The Mighty Raizada, the son of a failure!

Is Arnav Singh Raizada ashamed to talk about the suicide of his father?”

Khushi lifted her eyes towards Arnav.. a few tears rolled down her cheeks.. She stood back on her feet.. Her heart ached when Arnav hit violently into the glass desk and she was unable to stop herself from rushing to him.. She had to stop him from torturing himself.. Khushi could bare everything except a defeated Arnav. Out of his senses, he picked up a lamp on the side table and he was about to throw it when suddenly Khushi laid her hand delicately on his shoulders.. And without turning to face Khushi, Arnav said firmly...

ASR: Get out of here Khushi..

Khushi: Arn...

And all of a sudden he turned towards Khushi... his eyes were red and swollen.. He fixed at Khushi angrily... The burning furry in him transformed him completely into a beast.. And he yelled out furiously as he threw the lamp violently and it crashed into pieces to the floor..

ASR: I said get out.....

Khushi’s tears rolled down her cheeks as she fixed into the eyes of Arnav.. She finally began stepping backwards under his angry glare.. Arnav clenched his fists and lowered his eyes when suddenly his eyes popped out in shock.. Fear took over him as his gaze was fixed onto the red blooded footprints.. Ignoring her bleeding feet, Khushi reached the door and was about to step out of the cabin when her steps stopped at Arnav’s voice..

ASR: Khushi..

Arnav rushed to her immediately.. Worry lines formed on his forehead but Khushi didn’t react.. She stayed still while Arnav said worriedly..

ASR: Khushi, your feet, it’s bleeding.. Where the hell are your sandals? God, it’s bleeding so much... Come with me..

But she stopped him.. not because she was angry.. not because she was hurt.. or because he preferred to be alone instead of sharing his pain with her.. She only wanted to keep him away from any more pain.. Though he never said it.. but she knew it.. she believed it.. that he cared for her.. that he does react whenever it concerns her.. When a piece of the broken lamp pierced into her feet, she held back her pain and silently stepped back hoping he won’t realize it.. and she managed to say...

Khushi: It’s ok Arnav... it’s just a small cut.. I’ll manage..

And she laid her hand on the door knob.. As she opened the door, Arnav placed his hand on the door and closed it with a hard bang.. Khushi shifted her gaze towards him and in no second, she was swept off her feet..  For a moment they stayed still, sharing an intense eyelock.. Khushi held on to his collar as he walked towards the sofa without a word.. He laid her onto the sofa and he rushed to the attached washroom.. He came back with the first aid back.. Both stealing glances at each other.. their eyes were both teary.. he sat on his knees in front of her and took her injured foot.. Delicately he cleaned the wound when suddenly Khushi heard him uttered without lifting his eyes towards her..

ASR: I’m sorry Khushi..

Khushi brought her hands on his forehead while she caressed him affectionately.. Arnav didn’t react.. But Khushi delicately lifted his face with her fingers so that their eyes met...

Khushi: Why? Why you saying sorry?

And he said firmly...

ASR: You injured yourself because of me..

Khushi: So, if you say or don’t say sorry, do you think it will change anything in my feelings for you?

Arnav ignored her words and lowered his eyes to his task.. he finished cleaning the injury and then bandaged the wound.. but khushi said...

Khushi: Tell me Arnav, will my feelings change?... the way your feelings changed for your father?

Suddenly Arnav froze at the mention of his father.. And Khushi said...

Khushi: Arnav just look at me... I said look at me Arnav...

As he lifted his eyelids, a tear unexpectedly rolled down his cheeks and in a swift Khushi wiped off the tear with her delicate fingers.. as she asked..

Khushi: It never changed.. isn’t it? You still love him.. you don’t hate him.. you are just angry with him...

Arnav placed Khushi’s foot on the floor.. and he stood back..  he walked away without a word.. and halted near his desk, his back facing Khushi..  A few seconds later, Khushi had reached him, and she laid her hands on his shoulders and asked...

Khushi: Arnav, you do, right?

It took him some time to control his emotions and then he turned to face Khushi.. his expressions stern and he looked straight into her eyes... and said confidently..

ASR: I don’t Khushi... and I’m not lying.. I hate that man to the bottom of my heart.. His name, his face, his memories.. all this brings in front of my eyes, ma’s dead body, Anjali di and lavanya’s tears, nani’s struggle for us to live like every children should..

Arnav walked away from Khushi while saying...

ASR: You know.. ek dhin mujhe yaad tha.. (I remember..) I was very young..maybe 12, 13 years.. nani came tired from work.. aur uss dhin dinner ke liye.. (And that day for dinner..) there was only enough food for 3 of us..  Nani ne kuch nahin kaya.. (nani didn’t eat anything..)  not even a single morsel.. Ek nani hai, jo apne bachon ke liye apne jaan bhi de sakti hai aur ek dad hai jo apne jaan li hume akele marne chordiya.. aur nani kar bhi kya sakti thi, Dhin raat naukri karti thi jisme uski adha salary dad ke loan me jaati thi...(There’s nani, who can give her life for her kids and the other side, there is dad who took his life to let us die alone.. and what could Nani do else, she worked day and night and half of her salary went into the loan of dad..) This man don’t deserve to be loved Khushi..

Khushi: What about the love of your mum?

Instantly he turned towards Khushi...

ASR: Matlab? (what do you mean?)

Khushi: I never knew my dad Arnav.. I don’t even know if he’s still alive or dead.. Every time, I convince myself that I hate him.. but deep inside I know that he’s very important for me.. I hide my feelings from myself but I just can’t stop loving him.. you can grow from a child to an adult.. you can keep climbing the ladder of success.. but a child will always be the child of his father no matter how much hatred he has for him.. It’s the father and the mother together who gave life to us.. it was their love and I know how much painful it is if one of them is not by your side...

She began walking towards Arnav as she said...

Khushi: When I see nani, I don’t see her struggle, I see her happiness when she talks about her chote, When I see Anjali Di, I remember her saying that she chose to be by the side of her brother instead of getting married to a man who has not even half of the kind heart of her brother.. And Lavanya, have you seen her confidence.. She stepped everywhere carrying the name of Arnav Singh Raizada.. she says your name is her shield, no one will ever dare hurt her as long as she has a brother like you..

Standing in front of Arnav, she passed her arms around his waist and let her head rest on his chest as she said...

Khushi: And when I see you...I can see your success and upon all the blessings of your parents... your ma and pa.. un dono ke haath apne chote ke saar par.. (these two having their hands on their chote’s head..) this is my belief which I’ll never impose on you.. Neither can I force you to stop hating him.. I can tolerate anything.. be angry at me, yelled at me... I’ll hear it but I cannot see you break down over the past... Please promise me... it won’t happen again.. promise me arnav!

Arnav closed his eyes and let his arms slid around Khushi’s slim waist... He let his head rest onto Khushi’s shoulders while tears rolled down his cheeks.. His grip became tighter as if he was searching for that warmth into Khushi’s arms which he was missing from his close ones... His touch began to move up her back.. His nose burrowed into her hairs.. Slowly they pulled apart enough to face each other... and Arnav uttered...

ASR: Why Khushi? How can you be like this? Even my own sister will run away from me when I behave like such a beast.. Why not you? Why you are still here? Tum aise kyun hai? (Why are you like this?)

Khushi fixed into his eyes speechless.. and slowly their lips began approaching to each other while Khushi moved forward.. She lifted her hands and caressed his forehead caringly...  and she whispered..

Khushi: Yeh tum apne aap se khud pooch lo.. aisa kyun mein.. (Ask this to yourself.. why am I like this..)

And slowly.. Khushi leaned forward as she took his lips.. Arnav didn’t react but let her control him... Khushi slipped her tongue into his mouth... Her hands stroke his hairs while Arnav began to respond to her kiss.. His hands went to her waist and slid under her top... He caressed her skin with his fingers while the kiss became more passionate... He helped her to lift her thighs to both side of his hips while she held on to his neck.. kissing him with a heated passion like never before.. Slowly he began walking out of his office and walked to the open lift with Khushi in the same position.. kissing each other hungrily.. As he entered into the lift, he pushed Khushi to the mirror glass, her legs around his waist.. and they broke the kiss.. they stared into each other’s eyes while Arnav brought his one hand  towards the door and pushed onto the last floor button... Heaving for each other, Arnav crashed his lips onto hers violently while the lift door got closed and it moved up to the loft of AR Designs...    

Flashback to be continued In Next Part

Stay Tune...

Chapter 3, 4A, 4B

Chapter 3

She Is A Raizada Girl!

She took the keys from Aman's hand and got into the driver's seat... As Aman sat next to her, Lavanya turned to him and said smilingly..

La: Khushi will definitely have the baby.. and with a father's name! It's high time Bhai realizes that Khushi is not his habit but his need.. and his love..!

And she pushed on the accelerator towards Doctor Walia's cabin...

****

1 hour later...

Raizada Mansion

Standing by the kitchen counter, in blue jeans and white kurti, her long black hairs falling on her shoulders, Anjali Singh Raizada was baking the favorite cake of her siblings. A smile playing on her lips, she placed the cake into the hot oven and rushed back to the counter. She poured some ginger tea into a cup and said to herself...

Anjali: Perfect! Nani's favorite ginger tea and when Chote will be back we'll celebrate his success with this yummy cake..

Anjali placed the cup on the saucer and walked out of the kitchen.. In the living room, Nani was settled into the large sofa in front of the TV when Anjali approached her and handed her the cup of tea.. And in an enthusiastic tone, she said...

Anjali: Nani, your ginger tea!

Her face stern, her eyes glued to the TV, Nani paid no attention to Anjali. Getting no response, Anjali turned her head towards the screen and instantly her eyes popped out. She gulped a breath as she stared at the continuous flash news.. "Arnav Singh Raizada and Khushi Kumari Gupta.. Is it Official?" "Employee or More" " King of Fashion Industry Shuts off Reporters with His Arrogance" "Lady of Raizada Stays Silent on Her Relationship"... And with the big taglines, pictures of Khushi at the arms of Arnav on the ramp, Arnav holding Khushi by her waist on the red carpet, Arnav and Khushi hands in hands at the success party, and many more... Anjali nodded in irritation as she thought..

Anjali thinks: Not again Chote... How long will I keep saving you from Nani?

And she let a sign before turning towards Nani with a smile.

Anjali: Nani, leeje na, aap ki adrak vali chai. (Nani, take it, your ginger tea.)

Nani grabbed the remote by her side and switched off the TV angrily. And as soon as she took the cup from Anjali's hand, Anjali was turning away when suddenly her steps stopped as Nani said...

Nani: Anjali bitiya!

Anjali turned back and looked at Nani...

Nani: Yeh mat sochega ke mein kuch nahi deksati... Yeh sab parties, business, puri raat bahar rehna.. Chote ki life style ho sakta hain.. Lekin yeh hamara ghar hain.. Aur ek din, iss ghar mein ek bahu zaroor aegi.. Chahe chote ko manzoor hain ya nahin.. Mein chunogi apni bahu.. Better hoga ke Chote apni zindagi ko sudar jaye.. Kyun ki jiss tara ki ladki usse pasan hain... sirf pass time ke liye hai aur... (Do not think that I can't see.. All these parties, business, staying out all night.. It can be chote's lifestyle.. But this is our house.. And someday, a daughter in law will definitely come into this house.. Either chote agrees or not.. I will choose my daughter in law.. So it should be better that chote change his lifestyle.. As the type of girl he likes.. Is only worth for pass time and...)

She lifted the morning newspaper from the coffee table and staring at the first page picture " Mighty Raizada and Senior Designer Dancing Out Their Success in Nightclub", she continued saying...

Nani: Raizada bahu bahne ki layak nahin hain! (Is not worth to become the daughter in law of Raizada!)

Anjali looked at Nani in worry as she said..

Anjali: Nani aap aisa kyun kehraha hain.. Khushi ji ke bare mein aisa mat kahiye.. Woh bahut achi ladki.. AR Designs' best designer.. Aur Lavanya ki best friend.. (Nani why are you talking like this.. Don't talk like this about Khushi.. She is a very nice girl.. AR Design's best designer.. And the best friend of Lavanya..) And I think she can be a perfect Raizada bahu.. In fact I'm sure she'll be the best girl for Chote...

Nani: Meine duniya tumse zyada dekhi hain anjali bitiya.. Jo ladki bhina kissi rishte apne boss ki bahon mein aksar dikjate hain.. Isse achi nahin parki character dheela kehte hai.. Characterless girl! (I've seen the world more than you Anjali.. A girl who is often seen in the arms of her boss without any relations.. Is not called a nice girl but a characterless one.. Characterless girl!)

ASR: Khushi is not characterless! She is far better than your prospective bahus!

Instantly the two ladies turned their gaze towards the serious voice. And there stood Arnav at the entrance door.. His hands closed into fists, standing straight.. Arnav looked into the eyes of Nani without a blink. In large strides, he began walking towards Nani. As he stopped in front of her, he brought his hands into his pockets and said...

ASR: Aap Kuch kehraha ta? (You were saying something?)

Nani stood from the sofa and looked at him with a serious face while Anjali looked worriedly from Arnav to Nani.

Nani: Haan! Mein yeh kehraha ke... (Yes! I was saying that...)

And suddenly Anjali interrupted her words...

Anjali: Chote, tum kab aaye, party kaisa ta? (Chote, when did you came, how was the party?)

Nani turned to Anjali while the latter looked at her with pledging eyes.. Arnav managed to give a smile to his caring sister and said in a serious tone...

ASR: Party was fun Di!

Nani: Aur nightclub? Woh kaisa ta, yeh bhi hume batadije? (And nightclub? How was it, tell us about it also?)

Arnav smirked at the sarcasm of his Nani and said casually..

ASR: Fun! But you already know about this!

And he grabbed the newspaper from the hands of Nani. As he had a glance at his picture dancing with Khushi, he smiled and said...

ASR: In fact, I think I had much more fun in the nightclub.

And avoiding the angry glare of Nani, Arnav looked at his Di..

ASR: Di, I'm going to my room, send coffee for me!

Anjali: But Chote, I prepared your favorite cake.. I was thinking that we'll celebrate your success as soon as you come.. Aur Lavanya kahan hain? (And where is Lavanya?)

ASR: Di, she is at Coffee Spot! I just called her, she'll be back soon!

Nani: Anjali bitiya, mujhe lagta ke chote kuch logon ke saat itna busy rehte hain ke woh apne behen ka dyan nahin raksakte.. Raat baar ladki ghar ke bahar hain aur aab tak vapas nahin aayi.. Samaj kya sochege... (Anjali, I think that chote is too busy with some people that he cannot take care of his own sister.. The girl was missing the whole night and she is not back till now.. What will the society think of us..)

ASR: Nani! Samaj kya sochta mujhe koi parva nahin.. ( Nani! What society thinks, I don't care about it..) I care a damn about your society! Lavanya was with me yesterday night.. And even if she was not with me.. I trust her completely.. She is with Aman.. And I know she is safe.. That's all that matters to me... I respect you a lot Nani, but pardon me! I won't let your society rule our lives! Society had done enough mess in our lives! Don't you think so?

Nani nodded in worry at the fearless words of Arnav and looked towards Anjali.

Nani: Anjali, chai ko meri kamre mein bejdo! (Anjali, send the tea to my room!)

And she turned away without sparing a glance at Arnav.. But few steps away and she stopped when Arnav said...

ASR: Nani.. One more thing.. Khushi is not only AR Designs employee.. She is the girlfriend of Arnav Singh Raizada.. So next time, watch out before talking about her!

At this confession, Nani's eyes popped out but instead of turning to face Arnav, she walked away to her room while Anjali stared at her brother in a jaw dropped state.. She was definitely well aware that Arnav had no fear to stand up for his beliefs against Nani... But for a change, this was a first time ever that the Mighty himself announced that he was in a relationship... Was it anger or was it care for a certain girl??? Does chote have real feelings for Khushi??

ASR: Di!

Anjali jerked off her thoughts as soon as she heard Arnav calling her out... She stared at Arnav, eyes wide open... and stuttered..

Anjali: Chote.. You... I mean...

A smile began to curve on her lips while Arnav looked at her in confusion..

ASR: I what Di?

Di: You are in love?

Arnav raised his eyebrows and exclaimed surprisingly..

ASR: What the?

Arnav nodded in irritation as he said...

ASR: Unbelievable Di! I think both you and nani need psychiatrist.. I'm going to my room...

And he walked away, leaving Anjali in worry as she said to herself..

Anjali: Kya Arnav ki ankhon mein kuch... (Is there something in his eyes...) Or I'm just assuming things.. Maybe! Lekin agar woh sach mein khushi ke liye... Kab tak ateet ke dard se arnav zindagi ke asli khushiyon ko tukrahege.. (But if he truly feels something for Khushi... Till when will arnav push away the true happiness of life for the fear of the past..)What if he truly feels for Khushi? 

Anjali closed her eyes and signed...

*****

Dr Walia's Clinic

Lavanya: Dr Walia?

Dr Walia lifted her eyes from her files and smiled at the young couple entering her cabin..

Dr. Walia: Yes, come in!

Lavanya and Aman looked at each other nervously and walked to the doctor's desk..

Dr. Walia: Please have a seat..

As soon as they got seated, Dr Walia asked...

Dr. Walia: So, how may i help you??

Lavanya smiled stupidly and stuttured..

La: hmm.. Actually.. We are here.. for the.. the..

And suddenly her eyes got wide open when the doctor broke into a laugh... Lavanya turned to Aman in confusion while the latter was as confused and dumb..

Dr. Walia: Don't worry, I understand!

A smile curved onto her lips and lavanya exclaimed in enthusiasm...

La: Really! Thank god..

And she breathed a sign of relief..

Dr Walia: Ofcourse.. But this is normal.. At the beginning, nervousness will always be here.. But as soon as the baby is in your arms, you both will feel the unique happiness of being parents!

And they yelled in unison..

La & Aman: WHAT?? 

Character of Dr. Walia

Chapter 4A

Damn You, Condom!

Dr. Walia: Don't worry, I understand!

A smile curved onto her lips and lavanya exclaimed in enthusiasm...

La: Really! Thank god..

And she breathed a sign of relief..

Dr Walia: Ofcourse.. But this is normal.. At the beginning, nervousness will always be here.. But as soon as the baby is in your arms, you both will feel the unique happiness of being parents!

And they yelled in unison..

La & Aman: WHAT?? 

Dr Walia jolted out of shock at the sudden scream of the young couple in front of her... She stared from Lavanya to Aman confusingly...While Aman lowered his gaze blushingly, La yelled out...

La: What are you saying Dr Walia? Me, Pregnant! And That too for Aman.. I think he must learn to have sex first! I'm definitely not pregnant and I'm sure about that! And if by chance I'm having sex with that duffer some unknown day, well we can use that damn condom which is safely kept into his wallet since the last few years!

Dr Walia: Ok...So why are you both here??

La: To talk about the pregnancy of Khushi Gupta!

Her eyes wide open, Dr. Walia glared at Lavanya in surprise!...

Dr Walia: Miss Gupta's pregnancy?? And you are??

La: I'm Lavanya Singh Raizada.. Khushi's best friend!

Dr Walia: Miss Lavanya, I'm really sorry but I cannot discuss any of my patients' reports to anyone... This is personal!

Lavanya turned her gaze towards Aman worriedly.. the latter smiled at her as if to reassure her and he looked at the doctor as he laid his arms on the office table..

Aman: Doctor! I know this is strictly personal.. and no doctor has the right to talk about the reports of their patients.. But we are here for a very important reason.. Please only once, listen to Lavanya.. She's not only the best friend of Khushi but also the sister of the father of Khushi's unborn child... We are here with the hope to save the happiness of two people who cannot live without each other and also the life of an innocent who is not even born.. I know as a doctor, the duty of your existence is to give a new beginning to people.. please Doctor!

While the doctor was left to take a difficult decision, Lavanya couldn't stop staring at Aman.. She was awestruck with the Aman she had next to her right now.. Such determination and such convincing words... No wonder her brother wouldn't let go of him, she thought! And Dr Walia signed as she exclaimed defeated.

Dr Walia: Fine! 5 minutes...

A smile curved onto his lips, Aman turned his eyes to Lavanya who heard no words of the doctor.. She was just staring at Aman with a glint of naughtiness in her eyes.. And suddenly...

Aman: La!

As Aman shook her arms bringing her back from her reverie, Lavanya jerked and said confusingly..

La: What??

And Aman replied in a casual tone...

Aman: Doctor is waiting.. to talk?? Khushi's pregnancy?? Remember..

And she replied in a higher tone..

La: Oh yeah..

Aman nodded funnily at her childlike attitude while Lavanya turned her gaze to Dr. Walia..

Dr: Walia: 5 minutes only...I'm listening... speak up!

La: Hmmm.. Arnav Singh Raizada from AR Designs is my big brother... and Khushi my best friend! She is also the creative head of AR Designs.. and the girlfriend of Bhai!

Meanwhile Aman lowered his head.. and looking at the flashing screen of his mobile, he discretely stood and walked out of the cabin of Dr Walia..

*****  

In Raizada Mansion...

Walking from here and there into his room... typing violently onto his blackberry.. it was the fifth time Arnav was calling Aman.. but no answer! And he cursed in irritation...

ASR: What an idiot! I can't believe I have such irresponsible employees...

And suddenly.. speaking in a low tone, Aman said..

Aman: Hello ASR!

Arnav replied in furry..

ASR: Aman you idiot, where the hell are you.. I'm calling since so long...

Aman: I'm sorry ASR, actually today office is closed.. so I completely forgot to change the silent mode of mobile...

ASR: I don't care! Make sure that your mobile is always on.. either it's a holiday or I don't know what.. You got to be reachable as soon as I need you... got it!

Aman: Sorry ASR! It won't happen again...

ASR: Where the hell are you?? And Lavanya?? I want her back home now.. and I want you in office!

Aman's eyes shot open in surprise as he asked...

Aman: Office? But today it's an off day for all staffs, right??

ASR: Not anymore.. All staffs have been informed to reach office before noon.. the meeting with Mr Mehta had to be urgently prepone due to some changes for the fashion show's dates.. Now enough of your useless enquiries.. you have only 15 minutes to be at work.. I want all files prepared before I reach office in half an hour..

And before Aman could say a word, Arnav had disconnected the phone call.. Aman signed restlessly and entered back into the doctor's cabin.. His steps halted behind Lavanya but he stayed silent as he listened to the conversation of the two ladies...

La: I understand your point doctor, but this is not a lie.. I'm asking you to delay the truth.. And Bhai is as responsible as Khushi for this pregnancy! So what is the problem if Bhai finds out about this pregnancy before Khushi!

Dr Walia: It's impossible Miss Raizada.. I wish I could do something.. But Miss Gupta has an appointment today afternoon and I'll have to tell her about the reports... But I can try to dissuade her if she decides not to have the baby.. It won't be a lie, because an abortion is always a risk which any doctor needs to warn the patients..

La: Please doctor help me.. I know Khushi! In haste, she'll take the decision which she thinks is convenient for Bhai... And she has seen so much in her childhood... She'd prefer not to have the baby rather than having a baby without a father's name! Not once she'll think about herself.. her happiness.. What if I stop Khushi from coming for the appointment today?

Aman: Lavanya!

And at the same instant, both ladies turned their eyes to Aman as he interrupted them... Lavanya looked at him questioningly and he said..

Aman: I'm sorry.. I'll have to go to office, ASR just called, it's urgent! And he also wants you back home as soon as possible..

Lavanya give him an acknowledge smile as she replied...

La: Sure you go, I'll take a cab to go back home.. don't worry about me...

Aman: Be safe ok!

Lavanya nodded a Yes and Aman turned away... While Aman walked towards the door, Lavanya looked back at Dr Walia saying...

Dr Walia: Even if Khushi misses her appointment, how do you think I'll inform Mr Raizada? I can't just go to him and tell him "your girlfriend is pregnant and your sister told me to inform you"... It's impossible Miss Raizada..

A wicked smile on her lips.. Lavanya said...

La: Don't worry, I have an idea...

Closing the door, Aman nodded as he murmured to himself...

Aman: Seems like the Raizada wicked mind is back on track!

*****

Some time later...

Striding into his office, Arnav yelled out for his files as he kept on walking towards his cabin.. Aman who luckily arrived some five minutes before, rushed to Arnav with the files for the meeting..

ASR: Where is Khushi??

Aman: The clients arrived earlier and the receptionist said that Khushi is attending to them in your cabin...

As Arnav reached his cabin, he pushed open the door and entered, followed by Aman.. Khushi was standing next to Arnav's chair while two men were sitting opposite her.. And suddenly her fake smile disappeared and with worry she lifted her eyes towards Arnav who approached as he said...

ASR: Mr Mehta...

Mr Mehta, one of the two clients turned on his chair.. and smilingly he stood...

ASR: Welcome to AR Designs...

The two men shook hands... while Mr Mehta said...

Mr. Mehta: Thank you Mr Raizada..

ASR: I hope I didn't make you wait for too long..

Mr Mehta: Oh! No problem.. we had a very warm welcome from your creative head.. such a nice lady!

For a second, he shifted his gaze towards Khushi.. while Mr Mehta said...

Mr Mehta: By the way, please meet my new business partner..

Arnav turned towards the other man.. his back facing Arnav and suddenly before Mr Mehta could introduce him... the man turned on his chair while saying...

Shyam: Shyam Manohar Jha

And this moment was like a hard strike.. Arnav's eyes popped out.. while the latter smirked and stood as he said..

Shyam: Truly, Mr Mehta is right... Such a nice lady.. Your Creative head! What's her name.. Oh Yeah.. Miss Khushi.. But I will call her Khushi ji!

He turned his evil gaze towards Khushi..

Shyam: Is that ok with you Khushi ji??

Khushi fixed him with an angry glare and Arnav clenched his fists in furry...

He smirked and turned to Arnav.. Ignoring his killing daggers, Shyam extended his hands as he exclaimed..

Shyam: Oh by the way.. nice meeting you Mr Raizada...

Arnav fixed into Shyam's eyes and then lowered his gaze to Shyam hands...

Chapter 4B

Damn You, Condom!

Shyam: Shyam Manohar Jha

And this moment was like a hard strike.. Arnav's eyes popped out.. while the latter smirked and stood as he said..

Shyam: Truly, Mr Mehta is right... Such a nice lady.. Your Creative head! What's her name.. Oh Yeah.. Miss Khushi.. But I will call her Khushi ji!

He turned his evil gaze towards Khushi..

Shyam: Is that ok with you Khushi ji??

Khushi fixed him with an angry glare and Arnav clenched his fists in anger...

He smirked and turned to Arnav.. Ignoring his killing daggers, Shyam extended his hands as he exclaimed..

Shyam: Oh by the way.. nice meeting you Mr Raizada...

Arnav fixed into Shyam's eyes and then lowered his gaze to his extended hands... Though some steps away, Khushi didn't miss the burning fire into Arnav's eyes.. Afterall, Shyam Manohar Jha, his worst enemy was standing so confidently in his office! And this was never just rivalry.. In his own attitude, Arnav Singh Raizada is and will always be one of the most diplomatic man when it comes to business.. He knows exactly how and when to react.. So how could he let one petty rival like Shyam affects him.. Unless... there was more than just business... more important than AR Designs.. more important than anything... KHUSHI! Yess...Khushi Kumari Gupta! Since the day, jha stepped into the fashion world, he seemed much more interested with AR Designs' creative head than anything else. Though Shyam met Khushi personally just the day before, Arnav never missed his curiosity concerning Khushi... when he stared at her from far in any events, Arnav could clearly noticed the lust into his evil gaze roaming on Khushi's figure! Out of anger, his fists clenched tight and he was about to approach Shyam when suddenly...

Khushi: ASR!

Arnav angrily shifted his gaze to Khushi who looked at him with imploring eyes as she said...

Khushi: I think we should move to the board room for the meeting.. It's getting late!

Mr Mehta: Of course.. let's get to work Mr. Raizada...

Khushi stepped forward while she tried to ignore Arnav's angry glare and said nervously...

Khushi: Gentlemen, will you please follow me, I'll guide you to the board room...

And suddenly her steps stopped when Arnav said in a stern tone...

ASR: Aman, accompany Mr Mehta and his partner to the board room.. Khushi and I will join you in a moment!

Aman: Sure ASR!...

A lopsided grin formed onto Shyam's face as he followed Aman alongside Mr Mehta.. As the door slammed close behind the three men, Khushi gulped a breath and tried to walk away when suddenly Arnav held her arms and pulled her violently to his chest as he said through gritted teeth...

ASR: I think you didn't hear it right.. I said we'll join them in a moment..

And Khushi cried out painfully..

Khushi: Aahh.. Arnav you hurting me!

ASR: How dare you Khushi?? How dare you take decisions without my approval? How could you even think that I'll allow this man in my office?

Khushi nodded as she stuttered..

Khushi: Arnav I was trying to... Mr Mehta is one of...

But he interrupted her and said out loud furiously...

ASR: I'm disappointed Khushi! For the first time, I realize that I shouldn't have given you so much freedom in my business matters.. You are just the designer of AR Designs.. Don't try to act as the manager!

And Arnav turned away without paying attention to the brimming tears into the eyes of Khushi. He strode out of the cabin and reached the board room within seconds... As he pushed open the door, he walked straight to his chair and said without sparing a glance at Shyam..

ASR: Sorry to keep you waiting Mr Mehta... Let's start!

He turned his gaze to Aman who was standing by the corner and ordered...

ASR: Aman, the designs!

Instantly, Aman distributed the copies of the designs...Undoubtedly the clients were completely awestruck... Afterall these were bikinis especially designed by the famous creative head of AR Designs.. While Mr Mehta was full of praises for Khushi and her designs, Arnav lost into his thoughts heard not a single word... His eyes were constantly turning towards the door as he cursed himself irritatingly..

ASR thinks: Damn!  I burst out on her unnecessarily.. Where is she??

Impatiently, Arnav took out his blackberry and began typing a message..

Message: "I was trying to stop you from a blunder... Mr Mehta is one of our old clients and we shouldn't risk this contract" that's what you were trying to say.. I know Khushi.. I'm sorry I overreacted! Waiting for you...

And when he was about to push on send, suddenly he lifted his eyes towards Shyam when he heard the latter exclaiming enthusiastically...

Shyam: Indeed Mr Mehta.. Apart from a sexy figure, Khushi ji also has a genius mind.. Mr Raizada definitely takes profitable choices.. I must say, Khushi ji is a 2 in 1 package.. During day time her talents is a success for AR Designs.. and night time.. for the boss!

Sitting at the extremity of the board room, Arnav clenched his fists in anger.. As his fuming gaze fixed into the evil smirk of Shyam, he almost lost his temper when suddenly Khushi entered the room.. Her eyes lowered, she walked towards Arnav and stood by his side.. Slowly she lifted her eyelids and looked at Arnav.. An hesitant smile curved on her lips and this comforting gesture of Khushi was enough to make him understand that the time was not right to burst out, at least not among such important clients... His problem was only Shyam and he could deal with him later..

Mr Mehta: Miss Khushi, you've done a marvelous job.. and from my side there's no more discussion Mr Raizada... I want these bikinis in my next magazine at any cost... and we are out of time! Only two weeks for the next edition..

Lost into Khushi, Arnav shifted his gaze confusingly from Khushi to Mr Mehta as he said...

ASR: Yes, of course! We'll work it out!

Mr Mehta: But how? Before the photo shoots, a ramp walk is required.. I want the best models and we also have to think about the theme!

ASR: How about exotic? Girls in colorful bikinis striding the ramp walk with a different touch.. shells jewelries!

Arnav looked at Khushi as he asked..

ASR: What do you think Khushi?

And she replied with a glint of sadness in her voice!

Khushi: You always take the best decision ASR.. It's a good idea...

And suddenly everyone looked towards Shyam as he said loudly..

Shyam: Khushi ji is right.. it's a good idea... Girls in colorful bikinis with shells jewelries! But there's something missing!

Mr Mehta: And what's that??

Shyam smiled shamelessly as he exclaimed..

Shyam: Indian beauties! What do you think Mr. Mehta??

Mr Mehta: Yes of course.. desi models are pure beauties..

ASR: you are right Mr Mehta.. but in such a short time we can only have the models available.. and I do not have any indian model!

Mr Mehta let a sarcastic laugh as he exclaimed proudly..

Mr Mehta: Well Mr Raizada.. I trust you on that! You always have the solutions.. All I can say, the contract is on! The rest is on you... Get me some desi models.. and a ramp walk with these stunning designs in one week... that is before my magazine's shoot!

ASR: Fine! It will be done..

Arnav turned to Aman as he said..

ASR: Aman get the papers for the signatures..

Aman: Ok ASR, it should be done in 10 minutes..

Khushi: I'll help you! Excuse us...

And she walked out with Aman under the irritating glare of Arnav. The latter nodded as he thought..

ASR thinks: Stupid girl.. the more she tries to act angry the more she gets sexier...

As they waited for the papers to be prepared, Mr Mehta and Shyam began discussing about their upcoming photo shoot while Arnav left his seat and walked few steps away.. Standing at the large window panes, his hands in his pockets, Arnav stared at the clear sky.. His harshness towards Khushi bothered him a lot and he was restlessly waiting for this damn meeting to get over so that he could make it up to her.. Few minutes later, Khushi and Aman finally entered back into the board room with the papers in hand.. Arnav got back to his seat and the three businessmen were given each a copy of the contract.. After a complete check of the clauses, Arnav took his pen and before signing down, he said...

ASR: I guess all clauses are ok Mr Mehta.. the only issue is to find some models for an urgent ramp walk.. My models are available but you want Indians.. and that too into bikinis! It might take some time!

Mr Mehta: Well Mr Raizada.. My new partner, Mr Jha and I had an idea.. I guess we already found our showstopper.

While Aman and Khushi stared at their client in confusion, Arnav uttered questioningly..

ASR: What? the showstopper?? Who?

A victorious grin formed onto his face, Mr Mehta declared in excitement...

Mr Mehta: She is one of us Mr Raizada.. I can already imagine miss gupta as the show stopper of the exotic night...

On the spot, Arnav's face turned red with anger while Khushi was rooted to the floor.. Aman who was known for his patience and calmness clenched his fists and was waiting for ASR to kick those bas***ds out or else he would do it himself with pleasure... He looked towards Arnav and wondered irritatingly...

Aman thinks: What the hell? What's taking him so long to react? Haven't he heard what they said for Khushi?? I'm sure this must have been that Shyam's idea!

And suddenly it felt like a thunder striking into both Aman and Khushi's ears when..

ASR: Alright Mr Mehta.. this is a mind blowing idea.. I never thought of it.. Infact Khushi was the show stopper of my last fashion show.. She'll fit best as the show stopper..

Her eyes became moist.. Khushi stood idle.. without any reaction.. as if for a moment after years she actually felt that she was indeed the toy of Arnav Singh Raizada.. But she fought not to let her tears be her weakness.. Her heart cried but her tears didn't fall... Aman lost his patience and he stepped forward as he said out loud showing his disapproval..

Aman: ASR, How can khushi...

All of a sudden, Arnav lifted his hands signing him to stop and he said in a strict tone..

ASR: Make a list Aman.. We already find our show stopper.. Khushi Kumari Gupta.. We need to find 12 more.. you don't have much time..

Aman stared at Arnav unbelievably..

Aman: But...

ASR: Actually, we have 2 more.. you only need to find 10.. Note down their names.. Miss Kajal Mehta and Miss Ridhima Mehta!

At the name of his daughters,  Mr Mehta jerked up from his seat ..

Mr Mehta: What kind of joke is this Mr Raizada??

While a smile curved onto Aman's lips, Arnav looked at his client indifferently.. Khushi's tears rolled down her cheeks and she closed her eyes cursing herself for doubting Arnav..

ASR: Any problem Mr Mehta?

And he barked out...

Mr Mehta: Problem?? How dare you even think of suggesting my daughters for such ramp walk? Are you out of your mind.. a ramp walk wearing bikinis? What do you think of my family? What do you think of my daughters?

And suddenly Arnav took everyone by shock when he stood and grabbed Mr Mehta's collar violently..

ASR: And what do you think of Khushi?? What do you think, only your daughters who have a family? And what about Khushi??? And by the way what I said I mean it.. your daughters will definitely fit into those bikinis.. If you don't believe me, go to the club and you'll find out... it's their old habits to roam around in bikinis!

And he said through gritted teeth...

ASR: Now get out of my office before Aman kick you out...

He turned his gaze towards Shyam...

ASR: And you! I'm not done with you yet.. be prepared.. this will cost you a lot Mr Shyam Manohar Jha! Now out!

As the two men stared at Arnav angrily, they jerked in shock when Arnav shouted furiously...

ASR: I SAID GET OUT!

He shifted his gaze to Aman and exclaimed arrogantly...

ASR: You need an invitation Aman? What are you waiting for??

Immediately, Aman stepped forward.

Aman: Gentlemen, please cooperate.. this way please..

And he guided them towards the door.. Mr Mehta and Shyam had a last glimpse of Arnav as they walked out of the board room banging hard the door angrily... Khushi finally let a breath of relief when suddenly Arnav grabbed her hands and in a split second she found herself crashing hard into the arms of Arnav.. Arnav fixed angrily into her teary eyes as he said in a strict tone...

ASR: Just because I do not say those three stupid words to you that does not mean I don't care for you Khushi!

Khushi lowered her eyes in guilt.. Her tears rolled down her cheeks and Arnav lifted her chin up..

ASR: Look at me when I'm talking to you!

While Arnav stared at her intensely, Khushi seemed lost and confused.. His fingers caressed her skin as he began approaching her lips.  Khushi's nervousness went higher while her heart began racing as if it was her very first kiss.. And suddenly, Arnav pulled her more into him... Khushi shivered when she felt his lower part throbbing in between her legs.. Arnav's tongue flicked across her lips and he muttered..

ASR: I'm sorry I burst out on you before.. I won't do it again.. I'm so...

Khushi brought her fingers to his mouth... and shut him off..

Khushi: Ssshhh... You don't have to Arnav.. I know it was not anger but your insecurity for me.. I got it.. that I'm only your girl! And you hate having Shyam around me..

ASR: Khushi...

Khushi: No.. not today Arnav.. I won't bear your denial today.. Please don't spoil my moment... please don't say anything.. just hold me.. and kiss me!

At the same instant, Arnav held Khushi's petite waist tightly and he pushed his tongue into her mouth.. Khushi responded immediately while her arms went around Arnav's neck.. Their tongue mingled with each other as they both completely got lost into a passionate kiss that they forgot about the unlock door... All of a sudden the door was pushed open and Lavanya's eyes shot wide open in surprise. She made a funny face and turned around as she said teasingly...

La: I've not seen anything, I swear...

Instantly Arnav and Khushi pulled back from each other's embrace and they looked towards the door.. Khushi's cheeks turned crimson red while Arnav frowned irritatingly at the disturbance! Lavanya turned back towards the couple with her eyes closed as she said teasingly...

La: Space cleared! All dressed! Can I open my eyes now?

Lavanya grimaced on not getting any response and opened her eyes.. Finally she stared at the serious look of Arnav and exclaimed...

La: What Bhai? Next time lock your door!

ASR: Sorry I forgot what a nuisance you are!

Lavanya smiled excitedly as she said...

La: So to main hoon...

She finally walked into the board room and rushed to Khushi as she said out loud...

La: Come on Khushi, let's go!

Khushi: Where??

La: Oh god.. how can you forget Khushi? Yesterday... I win the bet! What you really thought that I was too drunk that I won't remember! Impossible my dear Khushi... Lavanya Singh Raizada lives for shopping! Come on.. let's go..

Khushi stared at Lavanya nervously as she tried to find an excuse.. Afterall, she had an appointment late in the afternoon.. For some moment, the feeling to be in the arms of Arnav, she completely forgot the dilemma she was in... and today all would be cleared.. she would get her answer.. whether she is or not pregnant with Arnav's child..

Khushi: euuh.. Lavanya.. not today! I promise tomorrow we'll go shopping and have some fun at the malls..

La: Why? do you have any other plans that I don't know!

Khushi's eyes shot wide open as she exclaimed..

Khushi: Ofcourse not! It's just...

La: Then forget about your excuses... We are going and that's final! Come on, go and find your stuffs.. I'm waiting...

Khushi: La...

La: Go I said!

Khushi nodded at the stubbornness of her best friend and mumbled..

Khushi: No doubt she's a Raizada!

Khushi began walking away when suddenly...

La: Wait wait...

Khushi turned to her and exclaimed irritatingly...

Khushi: Now what??

La: I need your mobile!  Mine's battery is down..

And with a wide smile, she said...

La: Pllleeeasse!

Khushi handed her the mobile and hurried out of the board room.. Lavanya finally turned to her big brother.. A teasing smile on her face..She approached him while Arnav looked at her and said in sarcasm...

ASR: What are you upto little nuisance!

And she replied...

La: Oh you cannot even imagine Arrogant Singh Raizada!

Arnav nodded as he exclaimed!

ASR: Whatever... don't get you and Khushi in any trouble!

La: But trouble is fun bhai! Especially when you'll popped in to save us... I mean seriously...

And she began imitating Arnav...

La: And what do you think of Khushi?? What do you think, only your daughters who have a family? And what about Khushi??? And by the way what I said I mean it.. your daughters will definitely fit into those bikinis.. If you don't believe me, go to the club and you'll find out... it's their old habits to roam around in bikinis! ... get out of my office before Aman kick you out... I SAID GET OUT!

And Lavanya burst out laughing...

La: When Aman told me, I was like...

Taking a filmy pose, Lavanya exclaimed...

La: Love can reduce anyone to anything... Isshh.. Kya dialog hain...

Arnav stared at her and said in disbelief...

ASR: What rubbish!

La: Bhai it's useless to talk to you! Insensible male! I'll go see what's taking Khushi so long...

Lavanya turned away while Arnav nodded.. Suddenly the mobile of Khushi rang and Arnav said out loud..

ASR: Lavanya you forgot...

But the latter already disappeared from the board room... and Arnav signed as he exclaimed..

ASR: Gosh.. this girl is totally insane...

Arnav took the ringing mobile from the table and stared confusingly at the flashing caller name as he said...

ASR: Dr Walia... who is this?? Why is a doctor calling Khushi?

Arnav was about to turn the ringing into silence but out of curiosity he was unable to stop himself. He finally pressed on " accepted" and brought the blackberry to his ears.

Dr Walia: Hello! Khushi your results are in front of me... its positive.. you are 2 months pregnant!

Arnav was rooted on the spot and his eyes shot wide open at the words of the doctor.. His senses went numb out of shock! He disconnected the call and placed the mobile back onto the table oblivious that Lavanya was hiding and staring at him from far... and La said to herself...

La: I'm sorry bhai.. it hurts me even more that you had to find out about Khushi's pregnancy like this.. But I had no choice!

She stepped back and walked away as she knew that her brother needed some time to deal with the reality.. But one thing she was sure about was that... her brother was not a coward like her father! Meanwhile Arnav closed his eyes as he went back to two months before... that night where he wanted Khushi.. and cared no less about the consequences.. He just wanted to feel her.. to be with her... That night when Khushi ignored not being protected for the only reason that her Arnav was going through a lot... And she couldn't bear seeing the unbeatable Raizada being defeated by the ghost of his past...

TO BE CONTINUED